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I knew at a young age, whether I was playing baseball or hockey or lacrosse, that my teammates were counting on me, whether it be to strike the last batter out in a baseball game or score a big goal in a hockey game.

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Wayne Gretzky
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: January 26
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